Editorials urge Iowa stakes in national energy bill
The Gazette notes Congress nears final energy bill with ethanol expansion and nuclear support led by Sen. Grassley. It urges a 5 billion gallon ethanol target, possible new nuclear facilities, and a 10 percent renewable energy standard by 2020, arguing Iowa benefits from all three.
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Editorial debate on train horns and civic action
A Cedar Rapids reader defends safety needs at railroad crossings while challenging the Gazette’s call for acceptance. He argues horn use informs the public, urges engaged residents to influence change, and criticizes complacency.
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Steve Cooper
Cedar Rapids
UN at a fork in the road as Bush presses reform
The piece argues the United Nations must adapt to 21st century threats like terrorism or risk losing relevance, with Kofi Annan warning of a necessary rethink of collective action and preemption while Bush seeks to keep U.S. influence and participation. It notes America's outsized funding role and growing domestic skepticism about the UN.
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